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|name = ''Huntsman''
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|manufacturer=[[Brim Ironworks]]<ref name=TRO:3058U/><br>[[Irece Alpha]]<ref name=TRO:3058U/><br>[[Avon Alpha]]<ref name=TRO:3058U/>
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[[Avon Alpha]]<ref name=TRCIp40f>''Technical Readout: Clan Invasion'', pp. 40–41: "Nobori-nin"</ref> <!-- reprinted from TRO:3058U -->
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|Tech Base=Clan
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[[Irece Alpha]]<ref name=TRCIp40f />
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|mech type=OmniMech
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|production year = 3049
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|feet=Biped
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|year reference = <ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2296/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref>
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|cost= 12,634,375 C-bills
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|model = Prime<ref name=TRCIp40f />
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|mass=50
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|class = Medium
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|chassis=Mynx Type Medium [[Endo Steel]]
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|Tech Base = Clan
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|armor=Alpha Compound [[Ferro-Fibrous]]
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|mech type = OmniMech
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|engine=[[Consolidated 250 XL]] engine
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|feet = Biped
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|comsys=[[JNE Integrated]]
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|cost = 12,634,375 [[C-bill]]s
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|T&T=[[Build 3 CAT TTS]]
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|mass = 50
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|heat sinks=10 [[Double heat sinks]]
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|chassis = [[Mynx Type Medium Endo Steel]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp40f /> -->
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|speed=86
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|armor = [[Alpha Compound Ferro-Fibrous]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp40f /> -->
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|jumpjets=Northrup Starlifters M50s Standard
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|engine = [[250 Consolidated XL Fusion]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp40f /> -->
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|armament=Primary Configuration
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|comsys = [[JNE Integrated]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp40f /> -->
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*4x [[ER Medium Laser]]s
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|T&T = [[Build 3 CAT TTS]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp40f /> -->
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*1x [[Ultra Autocannon/2]]
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|heat sinks = 10 [[Double heat sinks|double]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp40f /> -->
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*1x [[LRM-10]] w/ [[Artemis IV FCS]]
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|speed = 86 <!-- <ref name=TRCIp40f /> -->
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|jumpjets = [[Northrup Starlifters M50s Standard]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp40f /> -->
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*1x [[Flamer]]
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*1x [[Target Acquisition Gear|TAG]]
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Primary Configuration
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*2x [[Anti-Personnel Pod]]s
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* 4x [[ER medium laser]]
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|BV (1.0)=1,870<ref name=TRO:3058U>''Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade'', pp. 174-175, "Nobori-nin Profile"</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 222</ref>
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|BV (2.0)=2,108<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 143</ref>
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|BV (1.0) = 1,870<ref name=TRO:3058U>''Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade'', pp. 174–175: "Nobori-nin Profile"</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 222</ref>
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|BV (2.0) = 2,108<ref name=TRCIp40f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 143</ref>
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==History==
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==Description==
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The totemic<ref>Recognition Guide, ilClan volume 12, p.12</ref> design for the Huntsman was initially developed by [[Clan Diamond Shark]], but as part of the rivalry between the [[Merchant Caste]]s of [[Clan Nova Cat]] and Clan Diamond Shark, the rights to this promising new [[OmniMech]] were trialed for and won by the Nova Cats.<ref name="rg12p12">''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 12'', p. 12</ref>
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Exemplifying the [[OmniMech]] concept, the flexible '''''Huntsman''''' was the premier medium 'Mech of [[Clan Nova Cat]] during [[Operation REVIVAL]].<ref name=TRO:3058>''Technical Readout: 3058'', pp. 170–171: "Nobori-nin"</ref><ref name=TRO:3058U/><ref name=IC-126>''Invading Clans'', pp. 126–127: "Clan Nova Cat - Nobori-nin"</ref>
  
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The design, also favored by [[Oathmaster]] [[Biccon Winters]], was contracted out by Khan [[Severen Leroux]] for further development and manufacture to [[Clan Cloud Cobra]] and their [[Brim Ironworks]] facility, in order to save resources. The Cloud Cobras, who were enamored with the new OmniMech, fast-tracked its manufacture in time for the invasion of the [[Inner Sphere]].<ref name="HLB">[[The Huntsman Lore and Blueprint]]</ref>
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The totemic<ref name="rg12p12">''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 12'', p. 12</ref> design for the ''Huntsman'' was initially developed by [[Clan Diamond Shark]], but as part of the rivalry between the [[Merchant Caste]]s of [[Clan Nova Cat]] and Clan Diamond Shark, the rights to this promising new [[OmniMech]] were [[Trials|Trialed]] for and won by the Nova Cats.<ref name="rg12p12">''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 12'', p. 12</ref>
  
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==Description==
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The design, also favored by [[Oathmaster]] [[Biccon Winters]], was contracted out by [[Khan]] [[Severen Leroux]] for further development and manufacture to [[Clan Cloud Cobra]] and their [[Brim Ironworks]] facility, in order to save resources. The Cloud Cobras, who were enamored with the new OmniMech, fast-tracked its manufacture in time for the invasion of the [[Inner Sphere]].<ref name="HLB">[[The Huntsman Lore and Blueprint]]</ref>
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Exemplifying the [[OmniMech]] concept, the flexible '''''Huntsman''''' was the premier medium 'Mech of [[Clan Nova Cat]] during [[Operation REVIVAL]].<ref name=TRO:3058>''Technical Readout: 3058'', pp. 170-171, "Nobori-nin"</ref><ref name=TRO:3058U/> <ref name=IC-126>''Invading Clans'', pp. 126-127 "Clan Nova Cat - Nobori-nin"</ref>
 
  
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First seen within the [[119th Striker (Clan Nova Cat)|119th Nova Cat Striker]] [[Cluster]] during the [[Battle of Luthien (Clan Invasion)|Battle of Luthien]], a [[Draconis Combine Mustered Soldiery]] intelligence officer dubbed the OmniMech with the name of "'''''Nobori-nin'''''" (Japanese for "Banner-bearer") due to the single fin-like projection rising from the back of the 'Mech reminding him of the banner ''samurai'' worn on their backs in feudal Japan. Prized for its flexibility across a wide range of opponents and battlefield conditions, the ''Huntsman'' was almost exclusively a Nova Cat design during the initial Clan Invasion, but prior to the [[Word of Blake]] [[Jihad]] had entered service with [[Clan Diamond Shark|Clans Diamond Shark]], [[Clan Cloud Cobra|Cloud Cobra]] and [[Clan Star Adder|Star Adder]].<ref name=TRO:3058U/> <ref name=IC-126/>
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First seen within the [[119th Striker (Clan Nova Cat)|119th Nova Cat Striker]] [[Cluster]] during the [[Battle of Luthien (3052)|Battle of Luthien]], a [[Draconis Combine Mustered Soldiery]] intelligence officer [[Inner Sphere Designation for Clan BattleMechs|code-named]] the OmniMech "'''''Nobori-nin'''''" due to the single fin-like projection rising from the back of the 'Mech reminding him of the banner ''samurai'' wore on their backs in feudal Japan. Prized for its flexibility across a wide range of opponents and battlefield conditions, the ''Huntsman'' was almost exclusively a Nova Cat design during the initial Clan Invasion, but prior to the [[Word of Blake]] [[Jihad]] had entered service with [[Clan Diamond Shark|Clans Diamond Shark]], [[Clan Cloud Cobra|Cloud Cobra]], and [[Clan Star Adder|Star Adder]].<ref name=TRO:3058U/><ref name=IC-126/>
  
 
==Weapons and Equipment==
 
==Weapons and Equipment==
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No expense has been spared in the construction of this front-line OmniMech that uses an [[Fusion Engine - XL|Extra-Light Engine]], [[Endo Steel]] structure, and nine tons of [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor. Five [[jump jet]]s enable it to leap up to 150 meters at a time.<ref name=TRO:3058/><ref name=TRO:3058U/> <ref name=IC-126/>
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No expense has been spared in the construction of this front-line OmniMech that uses a 250-rated [[extralight fusion engine]], [[endo steel]] structure, and nine tons of [[ferro-fibrous]] armor. Five [[jump jet]]s enable it to leap up to 150 meters at a time.<ref name=TRO:3058/><ref name=TRO:3058U/><ref name=IC-126/>
  
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The primary configuration of the ''Huntsman'' sports a myriad of weapons. An [[Ultra Autocannon/2]] and [[Artemis IV]]-linked [[LRM-10]] provide long-range capability, while four [[ER Medium Laser]]s and a [[Streak SRM-6]] make it a vicious close range 'Mech. A pair of [[Anti-Personnel Pod]]s and a [[Flamer]] protect it from conventional [[infantry]], and an [[Anti-Missile System]] provides it with some defense against incoming missiles. An [[Active Probe]] finds hidden units, and a [[Target Acquisition Gear|TAG]] spotting laser can designate targets for homing artillery strikes.<ref name=TRO:3058/><ref name=TRO:3058U/> <ref name=IC-126/>
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The Primary configuration of the ''Huntsman'' sports a myriad of weapons. An [[UAC/2]] and [[Artemis IV]]-linked [[LRM-10]] provide long-range capability, while four [[ER medium laser]]s and a [[Streak SRM-6]] make it a vicious close range 'Mech. A pair of [[anti-personnel pod]]s and a [[flamer]] protected it from conventional [[infantry]], and an [[anti-missile system]] provided it with some defense against incoming missiles. An [[active probe]] found hidden units, and a [[Target Acquisition Gear|TAG]] spotting laser could designate targets for homing artillery strikes.<ref name=TRO:3058/><ref name=TRO:3058U/><ref name=IC-126/>
  
 
==Alternate Configurations==
 
==Alternate Configurations==
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*;Alternate Configuration A : Useful at all ranges, the first alternate configuration uses an [[LRM-10]] and an [[LB-X Autocannon/2]] at long range. A pair of [[Large Pulse Laser]]s are accurate at all ranges, though they necessitated the addition of two [[double heat sink]]s.<ref name=IC-126/> BV (1.0) = 1,870<ref name=TRO:3058U/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 223</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,034<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 144 </ref>
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*; Alternate Configuration A : Useful at all ranges, the first alternate configuration uses an [[LRM-10]] and an [[LB 2-X autocannon]] at long range. A pair of [[large pulse laser]]s are accurate at all ranges, though they necessitated the addition of two [[double heat sink]]s.<ref name=TRCIp40f /><ref name=IC-126/> BV (1.0) = 1,870;<ref name=TRO:3058U/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 223</ref> BV (2.0) = 2,034<ref name=TRCIp40f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 144</ref>
  
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*;Alternate Configuration B : The ''Huntsman'' B uses an [[ER PPC]] at long range. Close in, it can call upon an [[LB-X Autocannon/10]] and a pair of [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s. Two [[Machine Gun]]s can make short work of unarmored [[infantry]].<ref name=IC-126/> BV (1.0) = 1,960<ref name=TRO:3058U/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 224</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,156<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 145</ref>
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*; Alternate Configuration B : The ''Huntsman'' B uses an [[ER PPC]] at long range. Close in, it can call upon an [[LB 10-X autocannon]] and a pair of [[medium pulse laser]]s, while two [[machine gun]]s can make short work of unarmored [[infantry]].<ref name=TRCIp40f /><ref name=IC-126/> BV (1.0) = 1,960;<ref name=TRO:3058U/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 224</ref> BV (2.0) = 2,156<ref name=TRCIp40f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 145</ref>
  
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*;Alternate Configuration C : This long-range support variant uses an LRM-20, [[LRM-15]], and an [[Ultra Autocannon/5]] for most of its work. An ER Medium Laser, [[ER Small Laser]], and [[Streak SRM-4]] handle units that get in close. A [[Flamer]] provides defense against infantry and [[combat vehicle]]s.<ref name=IC-126/> BV (1.0) = 1,927<ref name=TRO:3058U/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 225</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,199<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 146</ref>
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*; Alternate Configuration C : This long-range support configuration uses an [[LRM-20]], [[LRM-15]], and an [[Ultra AC/5]] for most of its work. An [[ER medium laser]], [[ER small laser]], and a [[Streak SRM-4]] handle units that get in close. A [[flamer]] provides defense against infantry and [[combat vehicle]]s.<ref name=TRCIp40f /><ref name=IC-126/> BV (1.0) = 1,927;<ref name=TRO:3058U/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 225</ref> BV (2.0) = 2,199<ref name=TRCIp40f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 146</ref>
  
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*;Alternate Configuration D : This newer variant uses an [[ATM 6]] with three tons of ammunition for increasing damage as the ''Huntsman'' closes. An [[Ultra Autocannon/10]] is useful at medium-short range, while a pair of Medium Pulse Lasers and a [[Small Pulse Laser]] are highly accurate against units that get too close. BV (1.0) = 1,851<ref name=TRO:3058U/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 226</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 86</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,007<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 147</ref>
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*; Alternate Configuration D : This newer configuration uses an [[ATM-6]] with three tons of ammunition for increasing damage as the ''Huntsman'' closes. An [[Ultra AC/10]] is useful at medium-to-short range, while a pair of [[medium pulse laser]]s and a [[small pulse laser]] are highly accurate against units that get too close.<ref name=TRCIp40f /> BV (1.0) = 1,851;<ref name=TRO:3058U/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 226</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 86</ref> BV (2.0) = 2,007<ref name=TRCIp40f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 147</ref>
  
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*;Alternate Configuration E : A [[Jihad]]-era config, the E mounts a Large Pulse Laser and paired Medium Pulse Lasers for high accuracy even while jumping. These are supported by an ATM-6 with three tons of ammo as well as an ER Small Laser. An Anti-Missile System, [[Light Active Probe]], and [[Light TAG]] round out the equipment package. Four additional double heat sinks help keep the ''Huntsman'' E running cool. BV (2.0) = 2,104<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 148</ref>  
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*; Alternate Configuration E : A [[Jihad]]-era configuration, the E mounts a [[large pulse laser]] and paired [[medium pulse laser]]s for high accuracy even while jumping. These are supported by an [[ATM-6]] with three tons of ammo as well as an [[ER small laser]]. An [[anti-missile system]], [[light active probe]], and [[light TAG]] rounded out the equipment package. Four additional [[double heat sink]]s help keep the ''Huntsman'' E running cool. BV (2.0) = 2,104<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 148</ref>
  
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*;Alternate Configuration F : A [[Dark Age]] unit, this configuration attaches a [[Targeting Computer]] to an [[Improved Heavy Large Laser]] and two ER Medium Lasers. The LRM-15 uses an [[Artemis V Fire Control System]] to improve accuracy. To offset any heat that fourteen double heat sinks can't dissipate, the ''Huntsman'' F uses a [[Radical Heat Sink System]]. BV (2.0) = 2,367<ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades'', p. 121</ref>
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*; Alternate Configuration F : A [[Dark Age]] unit, this configuration attaches a [[targeting computer]] to an [[improved heavy large laser]] and two [[ER medium laser]]s, while the [[LRM-15]] uses an [[Artemis V FCS]] to improve accuracy. To offset any heat that 14 [[double heat sink]]s can't dissipate, the ''Huntsman'' F uses a [[Radical Heat Sink System]]. BV (2.0) = 2,367<ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades'', p. 121</ref>
  
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*;Alternate Configuration G : This configuration carries a pair of Streak SRM-6 launchers with two tons of ammunition in a [[CASE II]] protected bay. An [[Active Probe]] and [[Targeting Computer]] are also fitted. The right arm contains a [[Retractable Blade]] while the left contains three [[ER Medium Pulse Laser]]s. A leg mounted Small Pulse Laser deals with enemy infantry threats. A pod-mounted engine [[Supercharger]] allows it to sprint at 100 km/h. BV (2.0) = 2,377<ref name="rg12p12"></ref>
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*; Alternate Configuration G : This configuration carries a pair of [[Streak SRM-6]] launchers with two tons of ammunition in a [[CASE II]] protected bay. The right arm contains a [[retractable blade]] while the left contains three [[ER medium pulse laser]]s, and a leg mounted [[small pulse laser]] deals with enemy infantry threats. A pod-mounted engine [[supercharger]] allows it to sprint at 100 km/h. An [[active probe]] and [[targeting computer]] are also fitted. BV (2.0) = 2,377<ref name="rg12p12" />
  
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*;Alternate Configuration H : A powerful reconnaissance unit, the ''Huntsman'' H carries an Active Probe and an [[ECM Suite]]. It also mounts a pair of [[ER Large Laser]]s, a [[Heavy Small Laser]], and four [[Heavy Medium Laser]]s that are all tied to an advanced Targeting Computer. Six additional [[double heat sink]]s strain to keep heat levels manageable. BV (1.0) = 2,060<ref name=TRO:3058U/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 227</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 87</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,495<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 149 </ref>
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*; Alternate Configuration H : A powerful reconnaissance unit, the ''Huntsman'' H carries an [[active probe]] and an [[ECM suite]]. It also mounts a pair of [[ER large laser]]s, a [[heavy small laser]], and four [[heavy medium laser]]s, all tied to an advanced [[targeting computer]]. Six additional [[double heat sink]]s strain to keep heat levels manageable.<ref name=TRCIp40f /> BV (1.0) = 2,060;<ref name=TRO:3058U/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 227</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 87</ref> BV (2.0) = 2,495<ref name=TRCIp40f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 149</ref>
  
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*;Alternate Configuration I : This configuration provides heavy fire support. The right arm carries a [[HAG 20]]; A three ton ammo bay is in the right torso. The left arm carries an [[ER Large Laser]] and a [[Plasma Cannon]] with two tons of ammunition. An [[ER Small Pulse Laser]] deals with close in attacks. BV (2.0) = 2,277<ref name="rg12p12"/>
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*; Alternate Configuration I : This configuration provides heavy fire support. The right arm carries a [[HAG 20]], fed a three-ton ammo bay is in the right torso. The left arm carries an [[ER large laser]] and a [[plasma cannon]] with two tons of ammunition. Finally, an [[ER small pulse laser]] deals with close in attacks. BV (2.0) = 2,277<ref name="rg12p12"/>
  
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*;Alternate Configuration N : This fusion of [[Warden Clans|Warden]] and [[Crusader Clans|Crusader]] technology mounts an ER PPC, ER Large Laser, ATM 6, and a Heavy Medium Laser. A Targeting Computer makes the direct-fire weapons more accurate, while three additional heat sinks help to keep heat levels down. BV (1.0) = 2,245<ref name=TRO:3058U/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 228</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,556<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 150</ref>
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*; Alternate Configuration N : This fusion of [[Warden Clans|Warden]] and [[Crusader Clans|Crusader]] technology mounts an [[ER PPC]], [[ER large laser]], [[ATM-6]], and a [[heavy medium laser]]. A [[targeting computer]] makes the direct-fire weapons more accurate, while three additional [[double heat sink]]s help to keep heat levels down.<ref name=TRCIp40f /> BV (1.0) = 2,245;<ref name=TRO:3058U/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 228</ref> BV (2.0) = 2,556<ref name=TRCIp40f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 150</ref>
  
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*;Alternate Configuration T : This configuration provides a wide variety of weapons. Each arm carries a pair of [[Improved Heavy Medium Laser]]s. Long range fire is provided by an [[Ultra AC/2]] in the right arm and a pair of [[Streak LRM-5]] launchers in the right torso. A [[Micro Pulse Laser]], [[ER Small Laser]], and [[Flamer]] are provided to threaten infantry and armor forces. The left arm carries a [[Streak SRM-6]] launcher. Additional protection is provided by a [[Laser Anti-Missile System]]. The missile launchers and autocannon each have a ton of ammunition provided. BV (2.0) = 2,105<ref name="rg12p12"/>
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*; Alternate Configuration T : This configuration provides a wide variety of weapons. Each arm carries a pair of [[improved heavy medium laser]]s provides flexible firepower, while long range fire is provided by an [[UAC/2]] in the right arm and a pair of [[Streak LRM-5]] launchers in the right torso. A [[micro pulse laser]], [[ER small laser]], and [[flamer]] are provided to threaten infantry and armor forces. The left arm additionally carries a [[Streak SRM-6]] launcher. Additional protection was provided by a [[laser anti-missile system]]. The missile launchers and autocannon each had a ton of ammunition. BV (2.0) = 2,105<ref name="rg12p12"/>
  
 
===Apocryphal Variants===
 
===Apocryphal Variants===
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''From [[MechWarrior Online]]:''
 
''From [[MechWarrior Online]]:''
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*;HMN-P : Alternate Configuration P features a Streak SRM-4 and LRM 10 rack in each arm supported by an left torso mounted Ultra AC/10 and an ER Medium and ER Small Laser in the right torso. Fitted with only ten double heat sinks, the ''Huntsman'' P carries only a single ton of reloads for each weapon type.<ref name=MWO-S>''MechWarrior Online'' - "Huntman Sale Page"</ref>
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*; HMN-P : Alternate configuration P features a [[Streak SRM-4]] and [[LRM-10]] rack in each arm, supported by a left torso–mounted [[UAC/10]] and an [[ER medium laser]] and [[ER small laser]] in the right torso. Fitted with only 10 [[double heat sink]]s and carrying one ton of ammunition for each weapon, the ''Huntsman'' P must carefully manage both heat and ammunition.<ref name=MWO-S>''MechWarrior Online'' - "Huntsman Sale Page"</ref>
  
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*;HMN-PA ''Pakhet'' : A customized variant of the ''Huntman'' piloted by [[Calvin Deleportas]], the ''Pakhet'' carries twin Medium Pulse Lasers in its right arm supported by an ER Large Laser in the left arm. Each side-torso mounts paired Streak SRM-4s for accurate short-ranged firepower, while a left-torso mounted Anti-Missile System seeks to minimize such return fire.<ref name=MWO-S/>
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*; HMN-PA ''Pakhet'' : A customized variant of the ''Huntsman'' piloted by [[Calvin Deleportas]], the ''Pakhet'' carries twin [[medium pulse laser]]s in its right arm supported by an [[ER large laser]] in the left arm. Each side-torso mounted paired [[Streak SRM-4]]s for accurate short-ranged firepower, while a left-torso mounted [[anti-missile system]] sought to minimize such return fire.<ref name=MWO-S/>
 
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==Design Quirks==
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The ''Huntsman'' is subject to the following [[Design Quirk]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 93: BattleMech Quirk Table - Nobori-nin Entry</ref>
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* [[Stable]]
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==Notes==
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* The Inner Sphere designation for the ''Huntsman'', "''Nobori-nin''", is Japanese for "Banner-bearer".
  
 
==Gallery==
 
==Gallery==
 
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Nobori-nin InvClans.png|Original ''Nobori-nin'' from ''[[Invading Clans (sourcebook)|Invading Clans]]''
 
Nobori-nin InvClans.png|Original ''Nobori-nin'' from ''[[Invading Clans (sourcebook)|Invading Clans]]''
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Noborinin.jpg|''Huntsman'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3058|TRO:3058]]''
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Noborinin.jpg|''Huntsman'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3058|TRO:3058]]''
 
Huntsman RGilClan v12.png|''Huntsman'' from ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 12|RG:ilClan v12]]''
 
Huntsman RGilClan v12.png|''Huntsman'' from ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 12|RG:ilClan v12]]''
 
CCG Mechwarrior Nobori-Nin.jpg|''Huntsman'' A in combat from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]''
 
CCG Mechwarrior Nobori-Nin.jpg|''Huntsman'' A in combat from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]''
 
CCG Arsenal Nobori-nin.jpg|''Huntsman'' C in battle from ''CCG''
 
CCG Arsenal Nobori-nin.jpg|''Huntsman'' C in battle from ''CCG''
 
MWO Huntsman.png|Model of ''Huntsman'' from ''[[MechWarrior Online|MWO]]''
 
MWO Huntsman.png|Model of ''Huntsman'' from ''[[MechWarrior Online|MWO]]''
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Clan Heavy Battle Star - Huntsman.jpg|''Huntsman'' miniature from ''[[BattleTech: Clan Heavy Battle Star]]''
 
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==Bibliography==
 
==Bibliography==
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Latest revision as of 10:12, 5 March 2024

Huntsman (Nobori-nin)
Huntsman
Production information
Manufacturer Avon Alpha[1]

Brim Ironworks[1]

Irece Alpha[1]

Production Year 3049[2]
Model Prime[1]
Class Medium
Cost 12,634,375 C-bills
Technical specifications
'Mech type Clan OmniMech
Mass 50 tons
Chassis Mynx Type Medium Endo Steel
Armor Alpha Compound Ferro-Fibrous
Engine 250 Consolidated XL Fusion
Communications System JNE Integrated
Targeting Tracking System Build 3 CAT TTS
Heat Sinks 10 double
Speed 86 km/h
Jump Jets Northrup Starlifters M50s Standard
Armament

Primary Configuration

BV (1.0) 1,870[3][4]
BV (2.0) 2,108[1][5]


Description[edit]

Exemplifying the OmniMech concept, the flexible Huntsman was the premier medium 'Mech of Clan Nova Cat during Operation REVIVAL.[6][3][7]

The totemic[8] design for the Huntsman was initially developed by Clan Diamond Shark, but as part of the rivalry between the Merchant Castes of Clan Nova Cat and Clan Diamond Shark, the rights to this promising new OmniMech were Trialed for and won by the Nova Cats.[8]

The design, also favored by Oathmaster Biccon Winters, was contracted out by Khan Severen Leroux for further development and manufacture to Clan Cloud Cobra and their Brim Ironworks facility, in order to save resources. The Cloud Cobras, who were enamored with the new OmniMech, fast-tracked its manufacture in time for the invasion of the Inner Sphere.[9]

First seen within the 119th Nova Cat Striker Cluster during the Battle of Luthien, a Draconis Combine Mustered Soldiery intelligence officer code-named the OmniMech "Nobori-nin" due to the single fin-like projection rising from the back of the 'Mech reminding him of the banner samurai wore on their backs in feudal Japan. Prized for its flexibility across a wide range of opponents and battlefield conditions, the Huntsman was almost exclusively a Nova Cat design during the initial Clan Invasion, but prior to the Word of Blake Jihad had entered service with Clans Diamond Shark, Cloud Cobra, and Star Adder.[3][7]

Weapons and Equipment[edit]

No expense has been spared in the construction of this front-line OmniMech that uses a 250-rated extralight fusion engine, endo steel structure, and nine tons of ferro-fibrous armor. Five jump jets enable it to leap up to 150 meters at a time.[6][3][7]

The Primary configuration of the Huntsman sports a myriad of weapons. An UAC/2 and Artemis IV-linked LRM-10 provide long-range capability, while four ER medium lasers and a Streak SRM-6 make it a vicious close range 'Mech. A pair of anti-personnel pods and a flamer protected it from conventional infantry, and an anti-missile system provided it with some defense against incoming missiles. An active probe found hidden units, and a TAG spotting laser could designate targets for homing artillery strikes.[6][3][7]

Alternate Configurations[edit]

  • Alternate Configuration I 
    This configuration provides heavy fire support. The right arm carries a HAG 20, fed a three-ton ammo bay is in the right torso. The left arm carries an ER large laser and a plasma cannon with two tons of ammunition. Finally, an ER small pulse laser deals with close in attacks. BV (2.0) = 2,277[8]

Apocryphal Variants[edit]

Apocryphal Content Starts

The information after this notice comes from apocryphal sources; the canonicity of such information is uncertain.
Please view the reference page for information regarding their canonicity.

These variants were introduced in various apocryphal sources, and thus far have not appeared in any canonical media.

From MechWarrior Online:

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Design Quirks[edit]

The Huntsman is subject to the following Design Quirk:[27]

Notes[edit]

  • The Inner Sphere designation for the Huntsman, "Nobori-nin", is Japanese for "Banner-bearer".

Gallery[edit]

References[edit]

  1. ↑ 1.00 1.01 1.02 1.03 1.04 1.05 1.06 1.07 1.08 1.09 1.10 1.11 1.12 1.13 1.14 1.15 1.16 Technical Readout: Clan Invasion, pp. 40–41: "Nobori-nin"
  2. ↑ MUL online date for the Huntsman (Nobori-nin)
  3. ↑ 3.00 3.01 3.02 3.03 3.04 3.05 3.06 3.07 3.08 3.09 3.10 Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade, pp. 174–175: "Nobori-nin Profile"
  4. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 222
  5. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 143
  6. ↑ 6.0 6.1 6.2 Technical Readout: 3058, pp. 170–171: "Nobori-nin"
  7. ↑ 7.0 7.1 7.2 7.3 7.4 7.5 7.6 Invading Clans, pp. 126–127: "Clan Nova Cat - Nobori-nin"
  8. ↑ 8.0 8.1 8.2 8.3 8.4 Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 12, p. 12
  9. ↑ The Huntsman Lore and Blueprint
  10. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 223
  11. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 144
  12. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 224
  13. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 145
  14. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 225
  15. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 146
  16. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 226
  17. ↑ Record Sheets: Upgrades, p. 86
  18. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 147
  19. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 148
  20. ↑ Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades, p. 121
  21. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 227
  22. ↑ Record Sheets: Upgrades, p. 87
  23. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 149
  24. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 228
  25. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 150
  26. ↑ 26.0 26.1 MechWarrior Online - "Huntsman Sale Page"
  27. ↑ BattleMech Manual, p. 93: BattleMech Quirk Table - Nobori-nin Entry

Bibliography[edit]

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